Man Charged With Murder: Police + Hospital Capacity: Meriden News

Meriden CT

17 December, 2021

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Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Dec. 18. First, today's weather: Colder with a wintry mix. High: 37 Low: 35. Here are the top stories today in Meriden: Man Extradited From Florida On Murder Charges: Meriden Police: A man has been extradited from Florida on a warrant in connection with a murder in Meriden earlier this year, police said. (Meriden Patch)Hospital Capacity In Meriden Area: See The Latest: Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in New Haven County and across CT. (Meriden Patch) Local food markets welcome holiday shoppers (Meriden Record-Journal) Obituary: Doris C. Hall, 86, of Meriden (Meriden Patch) Today in Meriden: South Meriden Baseball registrations open now! (9:00 AM) Christmas Tree Sale! LAST DAY! (9:00 AM) From my notebook: Meriden Humane Society: "Siblings Millie and Bob went to their forever homes today. Congratulations to them and their new family's! Happy life sweet kittens ❤️" (Facebook) Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws: "MARVELOUS MARVOLO IS IN NEED OF A FUREVER HOME 💙 Meet our very handsome and goofy guy named Marvolo! AKA Marv🐾 Marvolo is about 4 years old and he came to our shelter after he was found roaming in town over night, cold & terrified. It ..." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "Layla can make all the lists she wants, but what she really needs is a fun loving home for all her puppy energy where she can be your one and only! To apply to adopt Layla, complete our application form here: https://us08b.sheltermanager..." (Facebook) Meriden Youth Theatre: "It's opening night! Come see Legally Blonde tonight at Edison Middle School! Tickets at the door!" (Facebook) Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis, Inc.: "<"https://www.givingbean.com/store/home.php?partner=77f4b" Today is National Chocolate on Everything Day! What is better paired with chocolate but coffee???? Last-minute gift idea and help a local charity!!!" (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "MHS has new shirts and in three colors! Great exclusive design and you can get yours today in our online store. Check out our other items also for some last minute gifts. Click on the store link in our profile or in the comments below." (Facebook) Meriden Humane Society: "It's national ugly Christmas sweater day! Let's see your pics!" (Facebook) The Cove Center for Grieving Children: "We thought this was a great article about the difficulties that those grieving face during the holidays. Regardless of the type of loss you are experiencing, know that there are always ways to cope & get through this tough time of year. ..." (Facebook) Women and Families Center: "Many thanks to Connex Credit Union and Carl Casper. You are making the holidays a little brighter for some of Central CTs most vulnerable residents!!!" (Facebook) Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "We are have some problems with your phone system right now in the main office. If you need to get in touch please email the main office or try back in a little while. Sorry for the inconvience, hopefully it will be fixed soon. mainoffice..." (Facebook) Meridian Lodge No. 77: "Our newest Trestleboard is released. Please take a look to learn more about what is happening in our lodge! https://drive.google.com/file/d/152WD2-EmvwH1m3GEXksxPMtaTCcrsoel/view?usp=sharing" (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Sharing for our member! "Are you prepared for the potential end-of-life decisions? As we all know, life is fragile and accidents can happen. We see this at Gaylord every single day. People of all ages come through our doors with differen..." (Facebook) Midstate Chamber of Commerce: "Boost into the New Year ..." (Facebook) Meriden YMCA: "National Maple Syrup Day is December 17. Toss tomatoes with maple syrup, roast, pair with goat cheese, and garnish with fresh for a phenomenal treat. #yum #NationalMapleSyrupDay http://ow.ly/6WtN50H6vyg" (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Taculto Tacos — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: "Last Chance" Electric Bike Sale! (Branford, CT) (December 18) Franklin Johnson Mansion Annual Victorian Open House (December 19) Wallingford Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert (December 19) Auditions: Alice in Wonderland ! (December 20) Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms (December 21) Add your event Loving the Meriden Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update! — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.